Dara
Dara is a village located in Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Shahade (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Virpur is the gram panchayat of Dara village.
Here you can discover what makes Dara unique in its vibrant Shahade-Nandurbar region. You’ll see Dara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dara is 525457. The village spans a total geographical area of 568 hectares. Shahade is nearest town to Dara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dara
Population of Dara
According to the 2011 Census, Dara has a total population of about 830, with approximately 404 males and 426 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 807. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.36%, with male literacy at about 59.16% and female literacy near 42.02%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 404 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 807 | 395 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 239 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 165 | 247 |
Connectivity of Dara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dara. As per the 2011 stats, Dara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dara
Knowing the nearby villages of Dara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dara
- Where is Dara located?
- Dara village is situated in Shahade Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dara is Virpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dara is 830, with 404 males and 426 females.
- How many households are there in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dara village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dara is 50.36%. The male literacy rate is 59.16%, while the female literacy rate is 42.02%.